The Spanish government has approved the draft law that, for the first time, regulates the relationship between interest groups and the General State Administration. This legislation establishes a clear legal framework to define which entities exercise political influence, excluding public bodies and political parties when acting within their constitutional functions. The main objective is to foster a culture of integrity, prevent conflicts of interest, and improve public participation in decision-making, aligning with international commitments such as the 2030 Agenda. A public, free, and interoperable registry is created, managed by the Office for Conflicts of Interest, where registration is mandatory for any entity wishing to engage in influence activities. This registry not only identifies the groups but also includes relevant financial information and data on contacts maintained with public officials. Transparency is strengthened by the requirement to publish “regulatory footprint” reports in legislative processes, detailing who interacted with lobbyists and what contributions were made. This initiative is crucial for the open data community, as it systematizes and publishes critical information on lobbying. By requiring structured and accessible data on who exerts influence, with what resources, and on which decisions, it provides civil society and researchers with an essential tool for auditing power. This transforms the traditional opacity of lobbying into verifiable information, enhancing accountability and enabling effective social scrutiny of the integrity of public policies.
Source: legaltoday.comPublished on 2025-01-30
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